ERIC Number: EJ836453
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Jul
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Teaching Social Work with Multicultural Populations: A Holistic Approach to Learning
de Anda, Diane
Journal of Teaching in Social Work, v28 n3-4 p431-449 Jul 2008
Describes teaching an undergraduate social work course on work with multicultural populations; uses a particular pedagogical approach which structures learning-teaching as a holistic process, viewing both intellectual and emotional sources of knowledge. Integrates the intellectual and emotional with a variety of educational devices including experiences within and beyond the classroom. Includes philosophy and aims, overview of content, structure and methods of instruction, and content. Assignments are discussed in terms of past implementation. Concludes with a summary of the impact on students. (Contains 3 notes.)
Descriptors: Holistic Approach, Social Work, Teaching Methods, Undergraduate Study, Course Descriptions, Cultural Pluralism, Educational Philosophy, Course Content, Educational Objectives, Cultural Awareness
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Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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